Category Manager – Mid-level

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Category Manager - Mid-level
Alternate Job Titles:

• Strategic Sourcing Manager
• Procurement Category Specialist
• Global Sourcing Manager
• Supplier Relationship Manager
• Procurement Strategy Consultant

Location: Marlborough, MA
Onsite Flexibility: Hybrid (Onsite once per week, typically Tuesdays)

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: ~12 months
• Start Date: As soon as possible
• Pay Rate: $69.34/hour

The Category Manager within Global Sourcing & Procurement will serve as a strategic business partner
, leveraging sourcing expertise and industry knowledge to deliver cost improvements, build strong relationships, and drive category strategies. This role requires cross‑functional collaboration and the ability to lead sourcing events, develop negotiation strategies, and manage supplier relationships.

• Lead sourcing event execution for assigned categories using defined strategic sourcing methodologies and tools.
• Support Senior Category Managers with high‑complexity regional and global sourcing strategies.
• Develop and implement category strategies across areas such as Loss Prevention, Facilities, Waste, Supply Chain, Fixtures, Construction, Engineering, Supplies, Energy, HR, and Marketing
  .
• Partner with Business Leaders and ensure satisfaction through strategic alignment.
• Execute contracts in compliance with company approval and audit requirements.
• Develop negotiation strategies and conduct negotiations.
• Collaborate in global category teams and identify opportunities for process and cost improvements.
• Ensure compliance with Source‑to‑Pay processes.
• Track and report savings and performance metrics.
• Present sourcing recommendations to leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field
  , or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing and procurement.
• Proven business acumen and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with procurement systems and Microsoft Office Suite
  .
• Experience in one or more categories:
  Loss Prevention, Facilities, Supply Chain, Construction, HR, Marketing, etc.
• Data analysis and trend recognition for spend and supplier performance.
• Strong presentation skills, with ability to address senior leadership.
• Effective relationship management with internal and external stakeholders.

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years strategic sourcing or procurement experience
  .
• Managerial experience (1+ years preferred).
• Retail industry or multinational sourcing experience.

• Strategic sourcing methodology
• Contract negotiation and compliance
• Data analysis and reporting
• Relationship management
• Microsoft Office proficiency

• Retail industry knowledge
• Global supplier management
• Leadership of cross‑functional teams

• Process improvement and demand management
• Supplier performance monitoring
• Strong communication and presentation skills

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan

A Fortune 500 leader in off‑price apparel and home fashion retail
, with over 4,500 stores across nine countries and multiple e‑commerce platforms. Committed to inclusivity and community responsibility while delivering unbeatable product value.

GTT is a minority‑owned staffing firm and subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American‑owned business. As part of an economically disadvantaged enterprise
, GTT prioritizes diverse and inclusive staffing across industries. Clients include Fortune 500 companies in finance, retail, life sciences, and more.

Job Number & Hashtags
Job Number: 25-26751